How to Identify and Classify Nectarines - Test
  • 1. What is the defining characteristic that distinguishes a nectarine from a peach?
A) Fuzzy skin
B) Smooth skin
C) Smaller size
D) Yellow flesh
  • 2. Nectarines belong to which plant family?
A) Solanaceae
B) Rosaceae
C) Cucurbitaceae
D) Brassicaceae
  • 3. What is the scientific name for a nectarine?
A) Prunus persica var. nucipersica
B) Fragaria × ananassa
C) Malus domestica
D) Citrus sinensis
  • 4. What type of fruit is a nectarine?
A) Pome
B) Aggregate fruit
C) Berry
D) Drupe
  • 5. Freestone nectarines are classified by:
A) Pit tightly clings to flesh
B) Small fruit size
C) Pit easily separates from flesh
D) Yellow flesh color
  • 6. Clingstone nectarines are classified by:
A) Pit tightly clings to flesh
B) White flesh color
C) Pit easily separates from flesh
D) Large fruit size
  • 7. Which nectarine flesh color is commonly found?
A) Purple or Black
B) Blue or Green
C) Orange or Grey
D) Yellow or White
  • 8. What is the primary way nectarines are propagated?
A) Layering
B) Seed
C) Grafting
D) Cuttings
  • 9. Which of these is a common disease affecting nectarines?
A) Brown Rot
B) Late Blight (on potatoes)
C) Black Spot (on roses)
D) Powdery Mildew (on grapes)
  • 10. What is a key indicator of ripeness in a nectarine?
A) Completely hard
B) Slight give to the touch
C) Significant bruising
D) Green color
  • 11. What is a major pest affecting nectarines?
A) Aphids on cabbage
B) Colorado potato beetle
C) Tomato hornworm
D) Oriental Fruit Moth
  • 12. What type of climate is most suitable for nectarine cultivation?
A) Temperate
B) Desert
C) Arctic
D) Tropical
  • 13. What is the general shape of a nectarine?
A) Pear-shaped
B) Elongated
C) Round
D) Conical
  • 14. What is the function of the 'bloom' on a nectarine?
A) To indicate ripeness
B) There is no bloom on a nectarine
C) To attract pollinators
D) To protect from frost
  • 15. Which characteristic is LEAST helpful in identifying a nectarine?
A) Skin texture
B) Flesh color
C) Pit attachment
D) Leaf shape
  • 16. What does 'low-chill' mean for nectarine varieties?
A) Requires more hours of cold temperatures
B) Is resistant to frost
C) Grows best in hot climates
D) Requires fewer hours of cold temperatures
  • 17. What is a common use for nectarines besides eating fresh?
A) Baking
B) Making peanut butter
C) Making orange juice
D) Making wine
  • 18. Compared to peaches, nectarines typically have...
A) A less pronounced flavor
B) A slightly sweeter flavor
C) A bitter flavor
D) A more acidic flavor
  • 19. The suture line on a nectarine refers to...
A) The area of sun exposure
B) The stem attachment point
C) The area where the pit is located
D) The groove running down the side
  • 20. What does 'blush' refer to on a nectarine?
A) The white powdery coating
B) The soft spot indicating ripeness
C) A type of disease
D) The red color of the skin
  • 21. What is the term for removing excess fruit from a nectarine tree?
A) Thinning
B) Girdling
C) Scoring
D) Pruning
  • 22. Why is thinning important for nectarine trees?
A) To prevent soil erosion
B) To reduce the number of flowers
C) To encourage leaf growth
D) To improve fruit size and quality
  • 23. What is an important nutrient needed for nectarine growth?
A) Sodium
B) Chlorine
C) Potassium
D) Fluorine
  • 24. What type of soil is best for nectarines?
A) Clay soil
B) Silty soil
C) Sandy soil
D) Well-drained loamy soil
  • 25. What is the chill hour requirement generally?
A) Varies greatly by variety
B) Always above 1000 hours
C) Always below 200 hours
D) Always 500 hours
  • 26. What does 'bacterial spot' affect on nectarines?
A) Roots only
B) Flowers only
C) Branches only
D) Leaves and fruit
  • 27. When is the best time to prune a nectarine tree?
A) Mid-summer
B) Late autumn
C) Late winter or early spring
D) Any time of year
  • 28. What is the role of bees in nectarine orchards?
A) Pest control
B) Pollination
C) Weed control
D) Fertilization
  • 29. Which country is a major producer of nectarines?
A) China
B) Brazil
C) Russia
D) Canada
  • 30. What is a potential symptom of overwatering a nectarine tree?
A) Leaf curl
B) Root rot
C) Sunburn
D) Premature ripening
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